Product People
Track
Product managers, designers, engineers, developers and other practitioners involved in product creation are what we call Product People.
This track brings together African and international product professionals, technologists, and thought leaders for conversations, learning, and connections that push the craft forward and shape what’s next.
Discover new approaches to product development, explore emerging technology trends, and gain insights to help you build solutions that create impact across diverse markets.
If you are looking to connect with the product community, deepen your product practice, upskill and learn from world-renowned product experts, or looking for your next job opportunity, this path is designed for you.
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Conference — Day 1
A full day of Inspire Africa Conference, where 650+ builders from across the continent gather around one theme: From Problems to Products.
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Careers Fair
Hosted by our sister brand WorkNigeria, the careers fair will connect skilled tech and product talent directly with employers who are actively looking to fill roles. Get your CV reviewed and receive an in-person assessment to test your competence. The assessment will help shortlist candidates who will get presented to employers for consideration and interviews on site.
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Product Leader Accelerator (PLA) Masterclass
A high-impact, interactive session featuring workshops, reverse panels, product tear-downs, strategy war rooms and rapid ideathons.
Focus areas:
- Doing Product in Africa — distribution hurdles, regulatory friction, infrastructure limitations
- Modern PM Identity & Career Leadership — competence, PM/Founder dynamics, PM/Engineering trust
- Strategic Execution & Enterprise Risk — decision-making under uncertainty, fast-pivoting, stakeholder alignment
- Practical Execution Excellence — discovery, trade-off analysis, high-velocity execution
Plus a first look at the next PLA cohort.
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Virtual SVPG Masterclass
Continue your learning after the conference with an exclusive virtual masterclass led by Silicon Valley Product Group (SVPG), equipping you with the tools, mindset, and operating models needed to build truly impactful, customer-centric products.
Choose Your Pass
Choose the experience that matches where you are on your product journey.
Conference Pass
- Access to Day 1 of Inspire Africa Conference on 14th October
- Join 650+ builders, founders, innovators, and technology leaders around the theme: From Problems to Products
- Insights from thought leaders and product professionals shaping the future of technology
- Opportunities to connect with product professionals, founders, and technologists from across Africa and beyond
- Access to the careers fair and tech exhibitions showcasing emerging solutions
Conference + Masterclass Pass
- Virtual SVPG Masterclass
- Learn proven product frameworks and operating models used by leading product organisations globally, 10th-12th November
Masterclass Pass
- If you can’t travel to Lagos but don’t want to miss an opportunity to upskill, then our Virtual SVPG Masterclass is still available to you.
- Learn proven product frameworks and operating models used by leading product organisations globally, 10th -12th November.
Product managers looking to grow their skills and expand their impact.
Designers, engineers, technologists and other practitioners involved in product creation.
Professionals passionate about technology, innovation, and solving real-world problems.
Product curious individuals who are early in their careers
Product People looking for their next opportunity
Is This the Right Road for You?
The Product People Track is designed for:
What You Gain Along the Way
This transformative experience will leave you with:
Practical insights and frameworks for building better products.
A global and pan-African network of product professionals, technologists, and innovators.
Exposure to emerging trends and approaches shaping the future of technology.
New perspectives to help you navigate the evolving product landscape.
Learn from thought leaders, technologists and product professionals who have built world-class products and shaped teams that have contributed to the global product ecosystem.
Your Guides for the Journey
Christian Idiodi,
Partner, Silicon Valley Product Group (SVPG)
Chidi Afulezi
Product Leader & Ecosystem Builder